Northern Kentucky University Men's Volleyball
Northern Kentucky University (NKU) · Highland Heights, Kentucky · Public university
Northern Kentucky University Men's Volleyball coaches
Coaches at Northern Kentucky University who recruit Men's Volleyball, head coach first.
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The program
Where Northern Kentucky University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Horizon League
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- nkunorse.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 19 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 52% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Northern Kentucky University in Highland Heights.
- Location
- Highland Heights, Kentucky
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- nku.edu
About Northern Kentucky University Men's Volleyball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jim Palilonis, the Head Coach, leads the Northern Kentucky University Men's Volleyball staff of 2 coaches, verified June 2026. Northern Kentucky University (NKU) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Volleyball as a member of the Horizon League. Northern Kentucky University is a large public school in Highland Heights, Kentucky with 15,347 undergraduates, a 68% acceptance rate and an average net price of $9,211 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Northern Kentucky University Men's Volleyball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jim Palilonis, the Head Coach and Jordan Little, the Assistant Coach. Northern Kentucky University has 2 coaches for Men's Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, standing reach and approach jump in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video plus full sets from club tournaments, with the link near the top so Jim can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Northern Kentucky University typically score 953–1150 on the SAT and 18–25 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Northern Kentucky University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
Northern Kentucky University Men's Volleyball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Northern Kentucky University D1?
Yes. Northern Kentucky University competes in NCAA Division I Men's Volleyball, in the Horizon League.
Is Northern Kentucky University public or private?
Northern Kentucky University is a public school in Highland Heights, Kentucky.
What conference is Northern Kentucky University Men's Volleyball in?
The Horizon League.
Does Northern Kentucky University offer athletic scholarships for Men's Volleyball?
Northern Kentucky University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Northern Kentucky University Men's Volleyball have?
2 coaches, led by Jim Palilonis, the Head Coach.
How much does Northern Kentucky University cost?
In-state tuition is $10,704 and out-of-state tuition is $21,528 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $9,211.
What is the Northern Kentucky University acceptance rate?
68% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Northern Kentucky University?
Admitted students typically score 953–1150 on the SAT and 18–25 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Northern Kentucky University Men's Volleyball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.